Forest Green Rovers lose striker Rees to knee injury, sign Rijks

Forest Green Rovers striker Ricardo Rees is sidelined for five to seven months due to a PCL knee injury sustained in the 33rd minute of a recent 1-1 draw against Carlisle United. To address his absence, the club has signed Bristol Rovers striker Mees Rijks on a three-month loan. Rees has contributed three goals and three assists in eight league appearances this season, and his injury compounds challenges for the team as several players are unavailable due to international call-ups. Manager Robbie Savage expressed disappointment over the injury but remains optimistic about Rees's recovery.

• 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Striker Rees out with knee injury and Rijks signed